Overview

• The 34-year-old finalized a season-long move after completing a weekend medical, ending his spell as a free agent following his Saracens exit.
• He has not played since sustaining a knee injury in Wales’ Six Nations opener against France in January.
• Williams is the 14th addition since Red Bull’s involvement, reflecting Newcastle’s recruitment drive under director of rugby Steve Diamond.
• Diamond called Williams a proven winner and said his experience and leadership would positively influence a developing squad.
• Capped 93 times by Wales with five Lions Tests, Williams has not retired internationally but said a return would be unlikely without regular club rugby.